It seems like everyone these days has its own streaming service. Foxtel has Binge and Kayo Sports and now HBO Max have branched out on their own like Paramount Plus. So don't be surprised that online shopping giants are no exception.
Amazon Prime video is Amazon's very own streaming service. Here's all you need to know about its subscription costs, discounts and deals, content library and perks for being a member.
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What is Amazon Prime Video?
To compete with other streaming services and sweeten the deal for its Prime subscribers, Amazon's Prime Video was launched way back in 2006.
With Prime Video you can stream thousands of films and TV shows, including some impressive original content you won't see anywhere else, like Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, The Boys, Gen V and Good Omens.
In addition to its vast library of TV series and film content, Prime Video offers some unique perks.
Prime Video members get exclusive Amazon offers and discounts across a variety of products, fast and free delivery on millions of eligible items, free international delivery on items from the Amazon Global Store, access to 100 million songs and ad-free podcast episodes via Amazon Music, access to selected books with Prime Reading, $0 food delivery fees via DoorDash plus a bonus audiobook when you take out a new Audible Premium Plus membership.
How much does Amazon Prime Video cost in Australia?
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Prime Video memberships can be paid either monthly or annually. When you sign up annually you'll save around $40.88 over the year, which is works out to be just over four months free.
New Amazon Prime customers can also take up a 30-day free trial. If you take up a month-to-month membership, it's on a no-contract basis, meaning you can cancel at any time. However, if you pay upfront for the year, you won't be able to leave early or if you do, you won't be refunded the difference.
Compared to Stan and Netflix, Prime Video is pretty cheap, particularly when you consider that with your Prime Video membership, you can stream on up to three devices simultaneously and stream 4K (Ultra HD) content.
Netflix users need to be on its $28.99 per month Premium plan for 4K (Ultra HD) quality. While this allows you to stream via four devices simultaneously, you can add extra member slots for an extra $6.99 per month/with ads or $8.99 per month/without ads for those viewing outside of your household.
Stan viewers can only get 4K (Ultra HD) quality on its top-tier Premium plan priced at $22 per month, but you'll get access to four simultaneous screens.
Here's how a monthly Prime Video membership compares to other major streaming services on the Australian market:
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AMC+ Bundle
TV7-day free trial
From
$8.99/mth
or $83.88/yr
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Disney+
From
$9.99/mth
or $179.99/yr
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Amazon Prime Video
TV + movies + more30-day free trial
From
$9.99/mth
or $79/yr
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Netflix
From
$9.99/mth
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Binge
TV + movies + sport7-day free trial
From
$10.00/mth
or $79/yr
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Crunchyroll
TV + movies7-day free trial
From
$11.99/mth
or $119.99/yr
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Apple TV
TV + movies7-day free trial
From
$15.99/mth
or $129/yr
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Kayo Sports
Sport7-day free trial
From
$29.99/mth
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DAZN
From
$31.99/mth
or $149.99/yr
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Foxtel Now
TV + movies + sport10-day free trial
From
$35/mth
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Paramount+
TV + movies + sport7-day free trial
From
$7.99/mth
or $70.99/yr
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Stan.
TV + movies + sport
From
$9.99/mth
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HBO Max
TV + movies
From
$11.99/mth
or $119.99yr
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BritBox
TV7-day free trial
From
$13.99/mth
or $139.99/yr
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MUBI
Movies7-day free trial
From
$14.99/mth
or $119.88/yr
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What can I watch on Amazon Prime Video in Australia?
Prime Video's big drawcard in terms of content is Prime Video Originals. It's what separates the men from the boys, unless The Boys is what you're after — then you're in the right place!
Like Netflix Originals, these are TV shows that have been developed in-house or in association with Amazon MGM Studios. And there are some impressive titles in the Prime Original line-up. Shows like The Summer I Turned Pretty, Bosch: Legacy, Fallout and Harlen Coben's Lazarus have all got critics excited and fans talking. Most Prime Originals are also available to stream in 4K resolution, which is a nice bonus if you have the right screen.
It's also worth noting that now Prime Video has a lot of rental options. So when you log on to your Prime keep an eye out for the 'Available with Prime' symbol. If it's not there, then you may have to pay extra to rent or buy the content.
Prime also conveniently doubles as a hub for a bunch of other streaming channels, so all your services are in one tidy location. Currently the Prime Video Channels you can link and access in the same place include HBO Max, Paramount Plus, BritBox, beIN SPORTS, Apple TV, MGM Plus, Hayu, Crunchyroll, Lionsgate Plus, Shudder, HIDIVE, Stingray All Good Vibes, DocPlay, Rialto, AMC Plus, Playkids Learning, The Great Courses Signature Collection, Gaia, Curiosity Stream, MUBI, Love Nature, Acorn TV, OUTtv and iwonder.
Best internet plans for Amazon Prime Video
The amount of data you need for streaming isn't really a factor because most internet plans in Australia come with unlimited data. What does matter is the speed you have. Speed is a shared resource between all the devices in your household.
If you live in a home with two to four people we recommend at least an NBN 50 plan so a few people can either be streaming different things at once, browsing the internet or downloading something simultaneously.
Here are the cheapest NBN 50 plans in WhistleOut's database:
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amaysim
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN50
$45/mth
Min. cost $45
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Belong
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN Standard Plus – Unlimited
$55/mth
Min. cost $55
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Dodo
All Fixed Line nbn®
Editor's Pick
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$57.99/mth
Min. cost $57.99
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Moose NBN
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn 50/20 Premium
$59.80/mth
Min. cost $59.80
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Tangerine Telecom
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value Plus NBN 50/20
$64.90/mth
Min. cost $64.90
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Flip
All Fixed Line nbn®
Unlimited Family nbn50
$68/mth
Min. cost $68
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Swoop
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn® Home Everyday
$69/mth
Min. cost $69
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Superloop
All Fixed Line nbn®
Extra-value nbn50/20
$69/mth
Min. cost $69
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Kogan Internet
All Fixed Line nbn®
Silver Unlimited
$69.90/mth
Min. cost $69.90
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TPG
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$69.99/mth
Min. cost $69.99
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Amazon Prime Video Australia FAQs
Is Amazon Prime Video the same as Amazon Prime?
Amazon Prime is Amazon's core subscription service used for faster and, sometimes, free delivery on its Amazon shopping platform. Amazon Prime Video is purely its entertainment streaming service. Amazon Prime Video is part of Amazon Prime, and can't be purchased separately.
How do I update my Amazon Prime Video payment details?
Log in to your Prime Video account and click on the human icon on the top right-hand corner of your screen. Click on Account & Settings and scroll down to Your Preferred Payment Method. Click on Add/Edit Payments.
How can I reset my Amazon Prime Video password?
Log in to your Prime Video account and click on the human icon on the top right-hand corner of your screen. Click on Account & Settings and look at Your Details. Click on the right-hand side button Edit on Amazon.
You will be redirected to the Amazon website Login & Security page. Scroll down to Password and click Edit.
Alternatively, go to the Prime Video log-in screen and click Forgot your password?
How can I cancel my Amazon Prime Video subscription?
Log in to your Prime Video account and click on the human icon on the top right-hand corner of your screen. Click on Account & Settings and look at Your Membership. On the right-hand side click on Cancel Membership.
How many devices can I watch Amazon Prime Video on?
You can watch Prime Video on up to three devices simultaneously, and as many devices, as you like if you're using them one at a time.
Does Amazon Prime Video have a kid-safe option?
Yes. Log in to your Prime Video account and click on the human icon on the top right-hand corner of your screen. Click on Account & Settings and then click on Parental Controls.
You will first be asked to set a 5-digit PIN. You can then choose to restrict viewing to PIN-access only for content rated suitable for ages 7+, 13+, 16+, 18+ or all ages. You can choose to apply these restrictions to all supported devices or just a web browser.
How do I watch Amazon Prime Video?
Amazon Prime video is compatible with several smart TVs, devices and consoles. Check out our table below to see if your device is compatible:
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* Foxtel Now is only available through Airplay, and not as a standalone app.
** Chromecast 1st Generation is no longer supported by Kayo. For optimal streaming using Chromecast, Kayo recommends Chromecast Ultra and latest 3rd generation.
*** Foxtel Now is streamed through the Foxtel GO app.
**** Kayo Sport is only available on Xbox One S (2016), Xbox One X (2017), Xbox Series S (2020), and Xbox Series X (2020) models.
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These are the most popular NBN 50 plans with WhistleOut users this week:
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Dodo
All Fixed Line nbn®
Editor's Pick
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$57.99/mth
Min. cost $57.99
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amaysim
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN50
$45/mth
Min. cost $45
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Tangerine Telecom
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value Plus NBN 50/20
$64.90/mth
Min. cost $64.90
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TPG
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$69.99/mth
Min. cost $69.99
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Aussie Broadband
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value nbn - Unlimited
$70/mth
Min. cost $70
Link not supplied
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Superloop
All Fixed Line nbn®
Extra-value nbn50/20
$69/mth
Min. cost $69
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iiNet
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn50 Liimitless
$69.99/mth
+ $10 Upfront
Min. cost $79.99
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Belong
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN Standard Plus – Unlimited
$55/mth
Min. cost $55
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Kogan Internet
All Fixed Line nbn®
Silver Unlimited
$69.90/mth
Min. cost $69.90
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Flip
All Fixed Line nbn®
Unlimited Family nbn50
$68/mth
Min. cost $68
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